panko crusted cauliflower bites
If you hate soggy cauliflower, you'll love this recipe! And I guarantee even the pickiest eater will be happy... Great as a side dish, or a party appetizer. I personally love these plain, but have served them at parties (with great success!) alongside a bowl of marinara. My family likes these with blue cheese or ranch dressing, garlic aioli, ketchup, you name it...
yield
2 serving(s)
prep time
10 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Air Fryer
Ingredients For panko crusted cauliflower bites
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1/2cauliflower head
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2 smeggs
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1/2 tspsweet paprika
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1 1/4 tspmexican oregano, divided use
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1/4 tspkosher salt
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1/4 tspblack pepper
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1 cpanko bread crumbs
How To Make panko crusted cauliflower bites
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1I make this recipe in an air fryer at 350 F on a wire tray/basket But if using a conventional oven, preheat to 425 F.
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2Cut the cauliflower into small bite-size pieces. You'll need about 1/2 a cauliflower, or two cups. Set aside.
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3In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, paprika, salt, pepper, and 3/4 teaspoon of the oregano. (Rub the oregano between your hands to grind it up a little). Whisk until smooth. Set aside.
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4In a shallow bowl, combine the panko and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of oregano (rub the oregano between your hands to grind it up a little). Season to taste with salt and pepper, but remember you already salted the egg wash.
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5Dip a piece of cauliflower in the egg wash, coating completely. Dredge it in the panko mixture until completely covered. Place on the wire tray/basket. Repeat with remaining pieces, but don't allow the pieces to touch on the tray.
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6Air fry at 350 F for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. If using a conventional oven, place the basket on a baking sheet and bake at 425 F for about 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
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7Serve plain or with a dipping sauce of your choice. These are good with ranch or blue cheese dressing, salsa, marinara, or a garlic aioli.
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